Maintenance Mechanic III - 1st Shift (48597)

Holly Poultry; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Holly Poultry, Inc. in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III to lead complex repairs and mentor junior staff. The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and offers a competitive hourly pay range.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, rebuilds, PLC diagnostics, capital projects, CMMS upkeep, and safety leadership in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industrial maintenance with leadership experience.
• Strong troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and PLC ladder logic.
• CMMS familiarity and documentation practices.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Must lift at least 50 lbs.
• Post-offer/pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair high-level mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Lead equipment rebuilds and major overhauls.
• Diagnose PLC systems and optimize controls.
• Support capital projects, commissioning, and layout planning.
• Maintain CMMS records and track performance metrics.
• Mentor I & II technicians; conduct hands-on demos.
• Review SOPs and drive process improvements.
• Coordinate with vendors and OEMs during installs.
• Lead safety practices and incident investigations.
• Participate in on-the-job training and coursework.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Electrical work: wire, build controls.
• CMMS training.
• Leadership training.
• Lean training.
• SOP training.
• Projects training.
• Electronic control board training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Leadership

PLC knowledge

CMMS familiarity

Lean & SOP training

Mentoring

Process improvement

Education

Trade School or equivalent work experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI systems

CMMS software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 2121 Wicomico Street - Baltimore, MD 21230Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $30.00 - $36.00 HourlyJob Shift: 1st shiftJob Category: ManufacturingOne Fine Family is built on a simple belief - everyone deserves great chicken at a great price. Proudly based in Baltimore for more than 60 years, we’ve grown into a family of brands united by that purpose. One Fine Chicken delivers "Better Chicken for Everyone" with premium quality at an incredible value. Easy Street brings bold, globally inspired flavors to everyday meals, capturing the vibrant spirit of street food culture. Holly Poultry, our food service brand, has earned the trust of some of the nation’s most beloved restaurants, including Raising Cane’s, Hattie B’s, Royal Farms, and Nando’s, by providing fresh, high-quality poultry with unmatched confidence and reliability. Rooted in community and driven by purpose, One Fine Family proudly gives back, donating more than 300,000 pounds of chicken each year to local food banks and charities--because better chicken should make life better for everyone.

Join us and be a part of something bigger. At One Fine Family, we are united by purpose, fueled by passion, and committed to making a difference. Together, we’re shaping the future of food - one plate, one person, and One Fine Family at a time

Maintenance Mechanic III

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Range: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Experience Required: 5+ years in maintenance with leadership experience.

Certifications: Advanced PLC certification, leadership training.

Maintenance Mechanic III is a senior-level role responsible for leading complex troubleshooting, overseeing major repairs and installations, and mentoring junior mechanics. This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. Mechanic III acts as a technical leader and may serve as a shift lead for the maintenance department.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair high-level mechanical, electrical, and control system issues
• Lead equipment rebuilds and major overhauls
• Perform diagnostics on PLC systems and recommend/control adjustments
• Assist with capital projects, equipment commissioning, and layout planning
• Maintain CMMS records and review performance metrics to drive improvements
• Mentor and train Mechanic I & II technicians; conduct hands-on demos and evaluations
• Review SOPs, participate in process improvement and lean initiatives
• Interface with vendors and OEM technicians during installations or warranty work
• Promote and model safe work practices; lead incident investigations if needed
• Participate in on-the-job training and technical coursework is required.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Electrical (run wire, build controls, etc)
• CMMS training.
• Leadership training.
• Lean training.
• SOP training.
• Projects training.
• Electronic control board training.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired:

• Trade School or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in food, beverage, or similar setting
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and PLC ladder logic
• Demonstrated leadership or team lead experience
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and documentation
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Candidate must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, and background screen.

Preferred:

• Associates degree or certificate in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or similar
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs or HMI systems
• OSHA 30 or equivalent leadership safety training
• Spanish language skills (useful for training and communication)

Holly Poultry, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.